Best Car Cover?

[Brian Kulis]

I have a 72 Convertible. I would like recommendations on car covers.

 

[Tnfastbk]

I like these guys but I would call on the convertible.

https://www.covercraft.com/us/en/shop/1971-ford-mustang/

 

[c9zx]

+1 on Covercraft, I've used them for 20+ years. Chuck

 

[MAD IRISHMAN]

I've had four car covers from California Car Covers. The first one I bought over 35 years for my 5.0 Mustang ago is still on it today!
It's been on and off hundreds of times. A bit dirtier and oil stained but still doing the job.
Whatever you do don't cheap out on one. Get the best they make because in car covers you really do get what you pay for.

 

[rackerm]

Years ago I spent hundreds of bucks on different expensive car covers, only to be disappointed because after a year or so dust would seep thru the cover. If you keep the car indoors most of the time, I found that a $15 giant clear plastic cover works best to keep the dust off. You can use it for short periods of time outside, but not day in and day out or winter season. I generally get about a year out of one cover, but at $15 a pop, when it get dirty, I just throw it away and get a new one out. I can but 10 or more before reaching the cost of a so-called, good car cover. The best part is that the cover is transparent, so I get to see the car even when it's covered. Here is a link to a five-pack for $35 on eBay.

 

[MAD IRISHMAN]

Years ago I spent hundreds of bucks on different expensive car covers, only to be disappointed because after a year or so dust would seep thru the cover. If you keep the car indoors most of the time, I found that a $15 giant clear plastic cover works best to keep the dust off. You can use it for short periods of time outside, but not day in and day out or winter season. I generally get about a year out of one cover, but at $15 a pop, when it get dirty, I just throw it away and get a new one out. I can but 10 or more before reaching the cost of a so-called, good car cover. The best part is that the cover is transparent, so I get to see the car even when it's covered. Here is a link to a five-pack for $35 on eBay.

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They have may have been expensive but they certainly weren't high quality if they let that much dust in after only a year. Unless that is, you have sandstorms in Delaware that I'm unaware of. LOL Plastic covers are a bad idea. They trap moisture and don't breathe like a quality cover.
I won't call you cheap cuz that wouldn't be polite. You are however, "extraordinarily thrifty"

 

[rackerm]

They have may have been expensive but they certainly weren't high quality if they let that much dust in after only a year. Unless that is, you have sandstorms in Delaware that I'm unaware of. LOL Plastic covers are a bad idea. They trap moisture and don't breathe like a quality cover.
I won't call you cheap cuz that wouldn't be polite. You are however, "extraordinarily thrifty"

Mr. Mad Irishman, I am open to recommendations on a quality cover, at any price, that is porous enough not to trap moister, and after a year or two is still preventing dust from settling thru the fabric and onto the car. I would buy it today.

I was very leary about using even a very thin plastic cover, but over the three or four years that I have used them indoors (not outside in rainy/snowy weather, or in direct sunlight), I found that they are very light and airy and not harmful, which is contrary to conventional thinking. Does my car look like it is suffocating under it? Plastic bags are porous and the inner they are the more they are.

Thank you for commenting.

Regards,

 

[Captain Morgan]

I just bought the Covercraft 5 layer indoor cover because it should hopefully provide some bump and scratch protection from my kids. I know for awhile we used to throw a couple of King sized cotton sheets (lower thread count).

 

[ponypastor]

I have a 72 Convertible. I would like recommendations on car covers.

The type of cover you should use depends upon whether the car will be stored indoors or outdoors.

I use a Motor-Trend car cover for my daily drover, a classic 1979 Ford Thunderbird, because, due to space limitations, it has to be stored outside. It is rainproof. Works well.

I use a Covercraft car cover for my 1971 Mach 1, stored inside. Keeps all the dust and dirt off the car. Works well.

 

[rackerm]

I just bought the Covercraft 5 layer indoor cover because it should hopefully provide some bump and scratch protection from my kids. I know for awhile we used to throw a couple of King sized cotton sheets (lower thread count).

I just went to their website. Nice covers. They are having a 20% off sale

Is this the one you ordered? CUSTOM COVERCRAFT 5-LAYER INDOOR CAR COVER FROM $339.19 (20% Off) WAS $423.99
Best fitting custom car cover for indoor storage and maximum dust protection!

I would be very interested to hear from you in a year or more to learn how well it worked at keeping the dust from settling thru the cover.

Wow! Unfortunately, their top of the line covers are beyond my budget even with 20%.

Covercraft Custom Form-Fit Car Cover FROM $580.79 (20% Off) WAS $725.99
Our Most Luxurious Indoor Cover - Designed for cars that are not daily drivers.

CUSTOM WEATHERSHIELD HD CAR COVER FROM $766.39 (20% Off) WAS $957.99

Thanks for the info.

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[rackerm]

The type of cover you should use depends upon whether the car will be stored indoors or outdoors.

I use a Motor-Trend car cover for my daily drover, a classic 1979 Ford Thunderbird, because, due to space limitations, it has to be stored outside. It is rainproof. Works well.

I use a Covercraft car cover for my 1971 Mach 1, stored inside. Keeps all the dust and dirt off the car. Works well.

Hi,

Which Covercraft car cover do you have? Is it Indoor only?

Thanks

 

[Paul M]

I just went to their website. Nice covers. They are having a 20% off sale

Is this the one you ordered? CUSTOM COVERCRAFT 5-LAYER INDOOR CAR COVER FROM $339.19 (20% Off) WAS $423.99
Best fitting custom car cover for indoor storage and maximum dust protection!

I would be very interested to hear from you in a year or more to learn how well it worked at keeping the dust from settling thru the cover.

Wow! Unfortunately, their top of the line covers are beyond my budget even with 20%.

Covercraft Custom Form-Fit Car Cover FROM $580.79 (20% Off) WAS $725.99
Our Most Luxurious Indoor Cover - Designed for cars that are not daily drivers.

CUSTOM WEATHERSHIELD HD CAR COVER FROM $766.39 (20% Off) WAS $957.99

Thanks for the info.

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Wow they are proud of those fancy lad covers. I live in Oklahoma and the wind tears all of the covers I've ever used up in 1 to 2 years. The last cover I purchased was over 100 and was supposedly waterproof. Ye, it allowed the water to dampen the car and kept it nice and wet for days. It was keeping the moisture in and ruining the car. The best cover I ever had was an old army tarp, however, it was heavy and rubbed the paint off on the edges. I've yet to find a decent outdoor car cover. I have 3 of the other's that I've purchased to keep paint spray off the indoor cars. I'm too cheap to pay 700-900 for a freak'n car cover.

 

[basstrix]

If you're looking for an outdoor cover, I can tell you who NOT to use. Carcovers.com....they offer a lifetime warranty on their premium covers. 18months of AZ sun did mine in and their warranty was garbage. I had to jump through hoops emailing back and forth with pictures and explanations just to get what amounted to a wholesale deal (30-40% off) on a replacement. I ended up accepting a cover they received as a return that couldn't be resold...got that for about 1/2 of what a new one would cost....noticed this past weekend that the replacement is beginning to deteriorate, so I'll be looking again soon.

 

[rackerm]

For $300 to $400 I am beginning to think that this would be a better investment than a $400 to $900 Car cover!

 

[MAD IRISHMAN]

Mr. Mad Irishman, I am open to recommendations on a quality cover, at any price, that is porous enough not to trap moister, and after a year or two is still preventing dust from settling thru the fabric and onto the car. I would buy it today.

I was very leary about using even a very thin plastic cover, but over the three or four years that I have used them indoors (not outside in rainy/snowy weather, or in direct sunlight), I found that they are very light and airy and not harmful, which is contrary to conventional thinking. Does my car look like it is suffocating under it? Plastic bags are porous and the inner they are the more they are.

Thank you for commenting.

Regards,

Sounds like you need to call California Car Covers today!! Seriously! Have a chat with Jim DeFrank Sr. or Jr. If the plastic is working for you that's great. There has been a good deal of innovation in the permeability of plastics. That said, I still believe a quality cover is the best bet. Just trying to have a little fun on here. No malice intended.

 

[rackerm]

Sounds like you need to call California Car Covers today!! Seriously! Have a chat with Jim DeFrank Sr. or Jr. If the plastic is working for you that's great. There has been a good deal of innovation in the permeability of plastics. That said, I still believe a quality cover is the best bet. Just trying to have a little fun on here. No malice intended.

Hey Brother, None taken, and thanks for the info. I'll give them a call.

 

[Cleveland Crush]

Sounds like you need to call California Car Covers today!! Seriously! Have a chat with Jim DeFrank Sr. or Jr. If the plastic is working for you that's great. There has been a good deal of innovation in the permeability of plastics. That said, I still believe a quality cover is the best bet. Just trying to have a little fun on here. No malice intended.

Just an FYI: My personal experience dealing with California Car Covers during a warranty situation was EXCEPTIONAL. They really stand behind their products.

 

[ponypastor]

Hi,

Which Covercraft car cover do you have? Is it Indoor only?

Thanks

Thanks for the question. I mis-spoke on the car cover for my 1971 Mach 1, which is stored indoors only. I use the one pictured from CarCovers.com. Much cheaper than Cover-craft versions. Easy to put on and take off. Keeps all dust off the car. Shields car from all moisture and water, but it is not as heavy-weight as the Motor-Trend cover I use for my 1979 Thunderbird stored outdoors. This is important for me in that I drive my Mach 1 3-4 times a week. Lightweight. Rolls up easily. Easy to wash. My 2 cents worth.

 

[Kevin H.]

I’ve had great luck with Budge covers.

 

[Tnfastbk]

Thanks for the question. I mis-spoke on the car cover for my 1971 Mach 1, which is stored indoors only. I use the one pictured from CarCovers.com. Much cheaper than Cover-craft versions. Easy to put on and take off. Keeps all dust off the car. Shields car from all moisture and water, but it is not as heavy-weight as the Motor-Trend cover I use for my 1979 Thunderbird stored outdoors. This is important for me in that I drive my Mach 1 3-4 times a week. Lightweight. Rolls up easily. Easy to wash. My 2 cents worth.

I'm glad you had good luck with carcovers.com because my experience was horrible. Then when the covers didn't fit at all had to pay shipping bac for a refund. never again, if it was free I wouldn't use it because it would advertise for them.